We had some awesome news yesterday, with our dear old mate Wes (or WPW) announcing an addition to the Weber clan. [...]
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Our family is growing!
14 Jun 13 09:58 by Rob Otto (robdylan) | 17 Comments
Sports Round-up
14 Jun 13 09:37 by Richard Ferguson (Richard Ferguson) | 39 Comments
The Sharks are out of action for a while and the rugby world is low on news, so I thought it good to post a general news thread for the day, just to keep you guys busy. [...]
Are you smart enough?
14 Jun 13 09:18 by Richard Ferguson (Richard Ferguson) | 8 Comments
Sharksworld have been approached to be involved in a wonderful initiative ran by Prosport International, a Sports Quiz involving various media personalities. This event is coming to Durban for the first time this year, and we want your involvement. [...]
Bosman linked with French switch
13 Jun 13 13:16 by Rob Otto (robdylan) | 44 Comments
French team Stade Francais have announced the signing of Sharks utility back Meyer Bosman on a two-year deal. [...]
Scotland team named
13 Jun 13 13:08 by scott bevan (The Hobbit) | 12 Comments
With six debutants in last weekend’s Test against Samoa, Scotland have three more new caps in their team to play South Africa at Mbombela Stadium in Nelspruit on Saturday. [...]
Pollard at 10 as Junior Boks rotate
13 Jun 13 09:17 by Rob Otto (robdylan) | 83 Comments
SA under 20 coach Dawie Theron, needing only a single point from today’s Junior World Championship game against host nation France, has opted to freshen up his team by making some rotational changes. [...]
Potential Pienaar return
13 Jun 13 08:40 by Richard Ferguson (Richard Ferguson) | 45 Comments
Ruan Pienaar, who has a single season left at Ulster before his contract expires, expressed his desire to return to South Africa to finish his career. [...]
The Sharks and Saracens linked
13 Jun 13 08:00 by Richard Ferguson (Richard Ferguson) | 49 Comments
Brendan Venter is already making headlines following his announcement as Sharks Director of Rugby on Tuesday. His previous, or shall I say current employers, Saracens, issued a statement yesterday saying that Venter would continue in his role as Technical Director. [...]
The Rock
12 Jun 13 14:10 by (rumblo) | 15 Comments
And on this rock I will build my church. [...]
New era for Sharks rugby
12 Jun 13 14:00 by Debate Rugby (Debate Rugby) | 27 Comments
The recent appointment of John Smit as the new CEO of the Sharks and his subsequent appointment of Brendan Venter as the new Director of Rugby for the province has clearly provided the opportunity and impetus for the Sharks to enter a new era with a fresh approach from men who have a previous track record as strong leaders and who in partnership with relatively new President Graham Mckenzie (who is also noted for his leadership qualities) will be charged with huge responsibilities. They urgently need to assess the current state of rugby at all levels of the game within the province, set ambitious yet challenging goals and more importantly develop a strategic plan that will finally turn one of the biggest names in world rugby (thanks mainly to the efforts of outgoing CEO Brian van Zyl) into a truly professional and successful provincial franchise, with a trophy cabinet providing the necessary evidence of a successful tenure. [...]
Lions, Province named for friendly
12 Jun 13 10:16 by Rob Otto (robdylan) | 8 Comments
It may originally have been billed as a near Super Rugby level clash between the Stormers and the Lions, but things being as they are, Friday nights’ match at Ellis Park will instead be little more than a friendly, pitching the Lions against a weakened and youthful Western Province outfit. [...]
Tread lightly, Smitty, for foes abound
12 Jun 13 09:36 by (Big Fish) | 45 Comments
Incoming Sharks CEO John Smit probably summed up his day yesterday in the best possible way, in telling Ballz Radio’s Darren Scott that he was having “the worst holiday ever”. As the dust begins to settle on a truly momentous day in Sharks history, Smit must, I’m sure, already be wondering what exactly he’s got himself into. [...]
Boks take first steps on Mbombela soil
12 Jun 13 09:19 by Gerhard van der Westhuizen (G West) | 17 Comments
Earlier today the Springboks had an open training session at the Mbombela Stadium, in preparation for their match against Scotland this coming Saturday. I was lucky enough to be on the pitch the whole time while they where doing their drills and even managed to capture a few nice photos. [...]
Schreuder the surprise call
12 Jun 13 08:05 by Richard Ferguson (Richard Ferguson) | 9 Comments
Louis Schreuder has been called up to the Bok squad as scrumhalf cover. This comes after Francois Hougaard was ruled out of this weekend’s match against Scotland due to a recurring knee injury. [...]
Sharks confirm: Brenden Venter WILL be Currie Cup coach
11 Jun 13 16:46 by Rob Otto (robdylan) | 53 Comments
A press release from the Sharks has cleared up one of the major unknowns coming out of this afternoon’s press conference. [...]
